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Apochromatic refracting telescopes

The apochromatic refracting telescope is a high-end instrument designed for enthusiasts and professionals seeking superior optical performance. By effectively correcting chromatic and spherical aberrations, it provides sharp, clear images with accurate colors, ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography.

This type of refracting telescope uses multiple glass lenses with different dispersion to reduce colorful halos around bright objects and improve sharpness across the entire field of view. APO refractors thus offer high contrast and color fidelity, allowing you to distinguish fine details in planets, nebulae, and stars.

Although they are more expensive than conventional achromatic refractors, their exceptional performance justifies the investment for serious astronomers. Whether you are a demanding observer or an experienced astrophotographer, an apochromatic refractor telescope is the preferred choice for capturing the sky with precision and quality. 

Explore our selection to find the model that suits your needs and reveal the best of the night sky.

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Takahashi FSQ-85EDX Baby Q Quad APO f/5.3 & 1.01X Flattener (TQE08541) - Astronomy Plus
Takahashi FSQ-85EDX Baby Q Quad APO f/5.3 & 1.01X Flattener (TQE08541) - Astronomy Plus
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Takahashi FSQ-85EDX Baby Q Quad APO f/5.3 & 1.01X Flattener (TQE08541)

Takahashi

Takahashi FSQ-85EDX Baby Q Quad APO f/5.3 The FSQ series of telescopes were designed with the astro-imager in mind.  Featuring a four-element lens ...

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SVBONY SV580 80mm f/4.5 Petzval APO Full-Frame Astrograph (SV580)

Svbony

SVBONY SV580 80mm f/4.5 Petzval APO Full-Frame Astrograph  Key Features Professional Petzval APO Imaging Performance Experience high-resolutio...

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Sky Rover 126MA Multipurpose Astrograph Telescope (95126)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 126MA Multipurpose Astrograph Telescope Technical Specifications Specification Value Model SKY ROVER 126 MA Telescope (Multipu...

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Sky Rover 106MA Multipurpose Astrograph Telescope (95106)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 106MA Multipurpose Astrograph Telescope SKY ROVER 106MA is the inaugural model in this lineup. While maintaining the high standards of SK...

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Sky Rover 86MA Multipurpose Astrograph Telescope (95086)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 86MA Multipurpose Astrograph Telescope SKY ROVER proudly introduces the new MA (Multipurpose Astrograph) series of telescopes. The 86MA i...

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Sky Rover 155mm F/8 GPS Telescope (98654)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 155mm F/8 GPS Telescope General Purpose Stone Series Telescope SKY ROVER 155 APO PRO adopts triplet elements, air-spaced apochromatic, in...

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Sky Rover 130mm F/7 GPS Telescope (98639)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 130mm F/7 GPS Telescope General Purpose Stone Series Telescope The Sky Rover new 130GPS continues to use a special steel objective cell, ...

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Sky Rover 102mm F/7 GPS Telescope (98637)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 102mm F/7 GPS Telescope In 2023, Sky Rover Optics introduced the new 102GPS refractor telescope. Optically, the telescope adopts an air-s...

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Sky Rover 90mm F/6 GPS Telescope (98632)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 90mm F/6 GPS Telescope Technical Specifications SKY ROVER 90GPS Telescope Specification Value Model SKY ROVER 90GPS Telescope...

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Sky Rover 80 GPS F/6 Telescope (98635)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 80 GPS F/6 Telescope The 2024 version of the 80GP S (80APO PRO) apochromatic refractor telescope features structural upgrades for improve...

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Sky Rover 150mm F/8 GPA Telescope (98653)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 150mm F/8 GPA Telescope The 150GPA is an ED apochromatic refractor introduced by Sky Rover Optics in 2020. The objective lens adopts a tw...

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Sky Rover 125mm F/7.8 GPA Telescope (96755)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 125mm F/7.8 GPA Telescope In 2024, Sky Rover Optics introduced the new 125GPA apochromatic refractor. The updated model features a lightw...

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Sky Rover 102 GPA Planetary Telescope (96739)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 102 GPA Planetary Telescope In the field of planetary observation, although refracting telescopes are inherently limited in aperture, the...

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Sky Rover 102mm F/7 GPA Telescope (96737)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 102mm F/7 GPA Telescope In 2022, Sky Rover Optics introduced the 102mm F/7 GPA. The telescope features the new red logo and red anodized ...

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Sky Rover 80mm F/7 GPA telescope (96725)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 80mm F/7 GPA telescope The 80GPA features a large-aperture objective, providing increased light-gathering capability and delivering brigh...

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Sky Rover 72mm GPA F/6 Telescope (96715)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover 72mm GPA F/6 Telescope  This telescope adopts the double hoop mode, which is convenient for astronomical customers. For some customers wh...

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Sky Rover Optics 66MA Multipurpose Quad Astrograph (95066)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover Optics 66MA Multipurpose Quad Astrograph  SKY ROVER proudly introduces the new MA (Multipurpose Astrograph) series of telescopes. The 66M...

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Sky Rover Optics 70 GPS F/6 Triplet (98622)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover Optics 70 GPS F/6 Triplet The 2024 version of the 70GP S (APO PRO) continues the classic air-spaced triplet apochromatic optical design. ...

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Sky Rover Optics 60mm F/6 GPA Doublet (60GPA)

Sky Rover Optics

Sky Rover Optics 60mm F/6 GPA Doublet The Sky Rover 60GPA combines excellent optical performance with a compact and portable design. Weighing less ...

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William Optics Ultra-Cat 131 (T-C-131BR)

William Optics

William Optics Ultra-Cat 131 The William Optics Ultra-Cat 131 is the flagship of the Ultra-Cat series, representing the pinnacle of wide-field astr...

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ZWO FF110 APO refractor telescope for astrophotography with red mounting rings
ZWO FF110 APO refractor telescope for astrophotography with red mounting rings
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ZWO FF110 APO Flat-Field Apochromatic Refractor (FF110-APO)

ZWO

ZWO FF110 APO Flat-Field Apochromatic Refractor The ZWO FF110 APO Refractor is a lightweight, compact instrument engineered for immersive visual o...

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ZWO FF90 APO refractor telescope with red mounting rings for astrophotography
ZWO FF90 APO apochromatic refractor telescope for astrophotography with red mounting rings
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ZWO FF90 APO Flat-Field Apochromatic Refractor (FF90-APO)

ZWO

ZWO FF90 APO Flat-Field Apochromatic Refractor The ZWO FF90 APO Refractor is a lightweight, compact refractor telescope designed for visual observ...

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William Optics Cat 91 WIFD 30th Anniversary Edition LIMITED QUANTITY (T-C-91-30)

William Optics

William Optics Cat 91 WIFD 30th Anniversary Edition  LIMITED QUANTITY Step up your astrophotography game with the William Optics RedCat 91, an adva...

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Takahashi FC-100DF Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.4 - USED (TFK10110-U)

Takahashi

Takahashi FC-100DF Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.4 - USED  Bought less than a year old. In perfect condition, as new. Comes with :  Takahashi Micro Foc...

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Sky-Watcher EspritEDX 100mm Super Apo Triplet (S11435)

Sky-Watcher

Sky-Watcher Esprit EDX 100mm Super Apo Triplet Sky-Watcher's new top-of-the-line ESPRIT EDX 3-Element ED apochromatic refractors are premium instru...

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Sky-Watcher EspritEDX 70mm Super Apo Triplet (S11425)

Sky-Watcher

Sky-Watcher Esprit EDX 70mm Super Apo Triplet Sky-Watcher's new top-of-the-line ESPRIT EDX 3-Element ED apochromatic refractors are premium instrum...

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NAKOH 60GT Astrograph Triplet APO (60GT) NAKOH
NAKOH 60GT Astrograph Triplet APO (60GT) NAKOH
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NAKOH 60GT Astrograph Triplet APO (60GT)

NAKOH

NAKOH 60GT Astrograph Triplet APO A compact astrograph defined by high quality and exquisite design.Its triplet lens design masterfully utilizes on...

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William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 + Reducer - USED (F81GTIVRD-U) William Optics
William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 + Reducer - USED (F81GTIVRD-U) William Optics
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William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 + Reducer - USED (F81GTIVRD-U)

William Optics

William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 - USED This telescope is in really good condition. Please note that no Dovetail is included. Co...

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Starfield GĖAR Series 70mm Quad f/5 Astrograph (G70Q) Starfield
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Starfield GĖAR Series 70mm Quad f/5 Astrograph (G70Q)

Starfield

Starfield GĖAR Series 70mm Quad f/5 Astrograph Get that Deep Space Widefield shot!  The Starfield Optics Gear70Q is crafted for astrophotographers ...

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Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope with 2.5" HEX Focuser (FCD100-127075-CF-01)

Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope with 2.5" HEX Focuser   Reveal celestial wonders like ...

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Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Telescope in Carbon Fiber (FCD100–10207-CF-01)

Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Telescope in Carbon Fiber The Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet T...

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Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Aluminum Air-Spaced Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope (FCD100-127075-02)

Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Aluminum Air-Spaced Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope   Reveal celestial wonders like the desolate be...

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Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Série Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope (FCD100-10207-02)

Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Série Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope   Révélez des merveilles célestes comme la beauté désolée du terrain l...

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Explore Scientific ED80-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope (FCD100-0806-02)

Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific ED80-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope   Reveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terra...

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Explore Scientific ED152 Air-Spaced Triplet Telescope in Carbon Fiber (TED15208CF-HEX33)

Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific ED152 Air-Spaced Triplet Telescope in Carbon Fiber   Observing with the ED152 Air-Spaced Triplet FCD1 Series Apochromatic Refrac...

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Explore Scientific ED127 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope (ES-ED127075-04)

Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific ED127 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope   The Original Classic Explore Scientific ED127 Air-Spaced Triplet...

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